Pinney Post

We are thrilled to announce the sixth annual Pinney Has Heart event, scheduled for February 13, 2025! Please remember that we do not hold traditional Valentine’s Day parties. Instead, our focus is on providing students with opportunities and activities to give back to our community and school, while also taking care of their own well-being. There will be no exchanging of traditional valentines at school. Our learning community is dedicated to prioritizing health while supporting others. Throughout the day, students will engage in physical activities, learn about healthy eating and sleep habits, create fleece dog toys, and much more!

We are collecting the following items to donate to the shelters:

• Bags of dry dog food;
• Strong, durable toys such as Benebones or Kongs;
• Soft, chewy treats.

Beginning January 27th, there will be boxes in the main hallway to collect the donations. All of our students will be making no-sew fleece dog toys during our Pinney Has Heart event on February 13th and will also be making cards for the shelters to give to those who adopt dogs. Thank you so much for supporting this important cause!

This afternoon we conducted one of our state mandated safety drills. The type of drill we practiced today was a “Lockdown protocol.” In this type of drill, students and staff lock the classroom doors, turn off the lights and get out of sight (in a real scenario the classroom door may be barricaded with items/furniture from the classroom). Teachers also have the option to evacuate their class depending on the situation. If a student is in the restroom or hallway they are instructed to get to the closest exit or classroom. This type of drill is called when there is a threat or hazard within the school building. When the drill was announced, teachers shut their locked classroom doors and classroom activities paused while students practiced quietly hiding out of sight. Once staff checked the building and determined that protocols were being followed, the drill concluded. We are happy to report that our staff and students did an outstanding job as always.

If you have any questions regarding this drill or any others, please let us know!

The Community Champion Awards program honors students and staff in our District who exemplify the best of volunteerism, character, leadership, and a sense of caring and responsibility for others. Consider nominating a student or staff member before the February 21 deadline, by clicking on the button below.

Would you like to reduce stress and feel assured that you are nurturing happy, confident kids?

The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) offers parents and caregivers of children aged 0 to 12 new insights and an opportunity to connect with other parents. Community organizations across 13 counties in Ohio provide support for common parenting challenges and difficult behaviors. All sessions are free of charge.

Whether it’s your toddler's tantrums at the grocery store, bedtime struggles with your daughter, or your son’s defiance or aggression, we provide guidance on how to address these issues swiftly and calmly!

We won’t dictate how to raise your children. Instead, our community partners will share straightforward, practical strategies that you can modify to align with your family’s values, beliefs, and needs. We understand that happier families foster stronger relationships… and lead to successful children!

Do you know a kindergartner who might attend Pinney next school year? Please encourage your neighbors and friends to enroll their children as early as possible. As a reminder, we are moving to all-day, everyday kindergarten, and having accurate enrollment numbers will help us plan for the right number of classes.

Hello! We are excited to invite all parents of 5th-grade students who will be joining us next year to our Parent Welcome Night on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:00pm! This will be a wonderful opportunity for us to connect and for you to learn all about what to expect as your child transitions to middle school. We’ll share helpful information on a typical day for a 6th grader and highlight our academic offerings.

Parent Welcome Night is designed for parents and guardians. In August, students and their families will be invited to 6th Grade Orientation. During orientation, students will meet their teachers, tour the building, and receive all necessary information for the first few days of school.

We can’t wait to meet you and share in this exciting new chapter together!

Rita Shaffer- Eversole Run "Go Eagles"

Andy Wilkinson -Grizzell "Go Celts"

*In addition, this email was sent to all rising 6th grade parents regarding middle school scheduling.

If you are interested in what is happening in the library, please check this link. The link includes books that will be read aloud during library rotation.

February 13 - Pinney Has Heart

February 14 - No School

February 17 - No School - President’s Day

February 20- Parent Teacher Conferences

February 23- Parent Teacher Conferences

Something for Everyone

Dublin City Schools is happy to collaborate with local organizations to bring families an array of exciting opportunities for students! Explore our Info Hub Page and After School Activities pages on our website to discover activities and programs your child will love. Don’t miss out—check them out today and find the perfect fit for your family!

Dublin Scioto Theater presents Titanic: The Musical

Don’t miss Scioto’s production “Titanic: The Musical” this weekend! Showtimes are Friday, January 24 and Saturday, January 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 26 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available at: https://dshstd.booktix.com/.

6th Grade Welcome Night on January 29

Families of current fifth grade students are invited to their assigned middle school for a 6th Grade Welcome Night on January 29 at 6:00 p.m. to introduce families to life in middle school. Principals and staff will share important information, including:

• Daily schedules

• School practices and procedures

• Course scheduling details

If your child will be absent from school, please email our attendance line at epes_attendance@dublinschools.net. You can also call our attendance line at 614.718.8960

Email: pinney_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://www.dublinschools.net/site/Default.aspx?PageID=35
Location: 9989 Concord Road Dublin, Ohio 43017
Phone: 614.798.3570
Twitter: @epeDCSD